Anthony Botelho

TO THE CITIZENS OF SAN BENITO COUNTY:

As required by Sections 29000 to 29145, inclusive, of the Government Code (known as the County Budget Act), the Board of Supervisors presents the citizens of San Benito County with the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2009/2010, as adopted by the Board of Supervisors following public Hearings on August 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2009. This Budget is the plan of financial operation for departments, agencies, commissions, and service areas governed by the Board of Supervisors for the fiscal year beginning on July 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2010.

The Budget contains approved expenditures (spending) for the fiscal year and proposed means of financing those expenditures. The Budget is balanced, with expenditures offset by available financing. Financing sources include revenues (income) and fund balances available (unused funds carried over from the previous year).

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning the finances of the County of San Benito, please contact County Administrative Office or the County Auditor’s Office. Questions about a particular program or department should be directed to the head of the department concerned.